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What is clear is that Celtic need a buyer and fast, as confirmed by Mandla Tshabalala. The collapsed sale, the resignation of Komphela and the likely departure of even more players have added to their woes. But why is it so hard to sell off a franchise that has so much potential? One of the issues raised by businesswoman Leshabane and Dr Mosola before pulling the plug on buying Celtic in September was that Max Tshabalala had failed to disclose all his financial records. If there is any veil of secrecy, all suitors will be frightened by the alleged mismanagement as well as the matters that led to the coach leaving.

The government and the PSL alike will not be able to save an ailing club that is cash-strapped and with mounting debt.